{"id":120178,"title":"Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 2nd March 2025","publisher":"Share Talk","author":"sharetalk","published":"2025-03-02T11:23:39+00:00","modified":"2025-03-02T12:16:55+00:00","canonical_url":"https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-2nd-march-2025/","markdown_url":"https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-2nd-march-2025.md","json_url":"https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-2nd-march-2025.json","category":"B2B","categories":["B2B","Blogs","Business & Support Services","Exclusive Interviews","Share Talk Weekly Stock Market","Technology","Technology, Media & Telecoms"],"tags":["AML","AMRQ","ATM","ATOM","BMV","CGO","CTL","ECR","EPP","FAB","FCM","GEX","GSCU","HE1","HEMO","HVO","MTRO","OBI","OCDO","Ondo","POLX","PXEN","RMR","RMV","road","RR","SCGL","TLY","UJO","UMR"],"featured_image":"https://i0.wp.com/www.share-talk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/WhatsApp-Image-2025-03-02-at-09.28.45-1.webp?fit=1200%2C799&quality=80&ssl=1","format":"news","language":"en-GB","content":"The FTSE 100 climbed 0.6%, closing at 8,809.74, just 11 points shy of its all-time high earlier this month.\n\nWhile trade war concerns weigh on markets across the Asia-Pacific region and continental Europe, the FTSE 100 defied the downturn, closing 53.5 points higher in London on Friday.\n\n|   |\n| --- |\n| [North Korean hackers pulled off record $1.5bn heist in just two minutes.](https://www.share-talk.com/north-korean-hackers-pulled-off-record-1-5bn-heist-in-just-two-minutes/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/north-korean-hackers-pulled-off-record-1-5bn-heist-in-just-two-minutes/) According to cybersecurity researchers, north Korean hackers executed the largest cryptocurrency heist in history, stealing $1.5 billion (£1.2bn) in just two minutes. A post-mortem investigation commissioned by cryptocurrency exchange Bybit—recently [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/north-korean-hackers-pulled-off-record-1-5bn-heist-in-just-two-minutes/) |\n| [AA warns petrol prices are nearing peak levels seen during the Ukraine war.](https://www.share-talk.com/aa-warns-petrol-prices-are-nearing-peak-levels-seen-during-the-ukraine-war/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/aa-warns-petrol-prices-are-nearing-peak-levels-seen-during-the-ukraine-war/) The AA has warned that petrol prices remain “uncomfortably close” to their peak levels from the first two years of the Ukraine war despite a global slump in oil prices. [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/aa-warns-petrol-prices-are-nearing-peak-levels-seen-during-the-ukraine-war/) |\n| [ECR Minerals (AIM:ECR) Multiple Avenues for Maximizing Tax Losses](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aimecr-multiple-avenues-for-maximizing-tax-losses/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aimecr-multiple-avenues-for-maximizing-tax-losses/) Mark Fairbairn from StockBox Media spoke with Nick Tulloch, Chairman of ECR Minerals plc. ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR) provides an update on its ongoing strategy, including developments regarding the potential [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-aimecr-multiple-avenues-for-maximizing-tax-losses/) |\n| [Share Talk Weekly Small Cap Movers & Shakers, Saturday 1st March 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-1st-march-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-1st-march-2025/) The FTSE 100 climbed 0.6%, closing at 8,809.74, just 11 points shy of its all-time high earlier this month. While trade war concerns weigh on markets across the Asia-Pacific region [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-1st-march-2025/) |\n| [Bitcoin Plunges Below $80,000 Amid Fears of a ‘Full-Blown Bear Market’](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoin-plunges-below-80000-amid-fears-of-a-full-blown-bear-market/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoin-plunges-below-80000-amid-fears-of-a-full-blown-bear-market/) Bitcoin tumbled below $80,000 on Friday for the first time since November, as concerns of a “full-blown bear market” in cryptocurrencies intensified. Fears of a global trade war, coupled with [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bitcoin-plunges-below-80000-amid-fears-of-a-full-blown-bear-market/) |\n| [UK Stocks Surge as London Becomes ‘Golden Child of Europe’](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-stocks-surge-as-london-becomes-golden-child-of-europe/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-stocks-surge-as-london-becomes-golden-child-of-europe/) While trade war concerns weigh on markets across the Asia-Pacific region and continental Europe, the FTSE 100 defied the downturn, closing 53.5 points higher in London. The FTSE 100 climbed [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-stocks-surge-as-london-becomes-golden-child-of-europe/) |\n| [Your Guide to the Most Crypto-Friendly Banks in the UK](https://www.share-talk.com/your-guide-to-the-most-crypto-friendly-banks-in-the-uk/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/your-guide-to-the-most-crypto-friendly-banks-in-the-uk/) It’s no longer news that the world is fast shifting from hard currency and centralised finance to digital currency and Defi. Still, not all financial institutions have embraced cryptocurrency, and [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/your-guide-to-the-most-crypto-friendly-banks-in-the-uk/) |\n| [ECR Minerals PLC (AIM:ECR) Update on potential sale of MGA & Strategic Update](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aimecr-update-on-potential-sale-of-mga-strategic-update/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aimecr-update-on-potential-sale-of-mga-strategic-update/) Update on potential sale of MGA and Strategic Update: Maximising the Value of Antimony at Bailieston and Tax Loss Monetisation ECR Minerals plc (AIM: ECR), the exploration and development company [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ecr-minerals-plc-aimecr-update-on-potential-sale-of-mga-strategic-update/) |\n| [FTSE 100 Defies Global Market Slump as Strong Earnings Boost Stocks](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-defies-global-market-slump-as-strong-earnings-boost-stocks/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-defies-global-market-slump-as-strong-earnings-boost-stocks/) The FTSE 100 outperformed global markets, rising 0.3% as several companies saw gains following strong annual results. The index was on track for its fourth consecutive day of gains and [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ftse-100-defies-global-market-slump-as-strong-earnings-boost-stocks/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Friday 28th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-28th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-28th-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Aminex plc, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-28th-february-2025/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Friday 28th February 202](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-28th-february-202/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-28th-february-202/) US dollar rally suppresses metals prices as Trump threatens extra 10% tariff on China MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below C3 Metals (CCCM CN) – C$10m private placement [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-28th-february-202/) |\n| [Beijing Accuses U.S. of ‘Tariff Pressure and Blackmail’ Over New Trade Measures](https://www.share-talk.com/beijing-accuses-u-s-of-tariff-pressure-and-blackmail-over-new-trade-measures/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/beijing-accuses-u-s-of-tariff-pressure-and-blackmail-over-new-trade-measures/) China has accused the United States of applying “tariff pressure and blackmail” following President Donald Trump’s latest threat to impose an additional 10% duty on Chinese imports. The new tariffs, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/beijing-accuses-u-s-of-tariff-pressure-and-blackmail-over-new-trade-measures/) |\n| [Major banks hit by online issues for a second month on payday](https://www.share-talk.com/major-banks-hit-by-online-issues-for-a-second-month-on-payday/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/major-banks-hit-by-online-issues-for-a-second-month-on-payday/) Some UK banks have experienced online banking issues on payday for the second consecutive month. Many workers’ salaries are deposited into their accounts on the last working day of the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/major-banks-hit-by-online-issues-for-a-second-month-on-payday/) |\n| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: ROAD, OBD, ATM & RMV](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-road-obd-atm-rmv/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-road-obd-atm-rmv/) Roadside (ROAD) announced an update to its 1 October 2024 announcement relating to the partial stake sale of its investment in Cambridge Sleep Sciences to CGV Ventures 1 Ltd. The Company [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-road-obd-atm-rmv/) |\n| [Andrada Mining Ltd (AIM:ATM) SQM earn-in agreement receives NaCC Approval](https://www.share-talk.com/andrada-mining-ltd-aimatm-sqm-earn-in-agreement-receives-nacc-approval/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/andrada-mining-ltd-aimatm-sqm-earn-in-agreement-receives-nacc-approval/) SQM earn-in agreement receives Namibian Competition Commission Approval Andrada Mining Limited (AIM: ATM, OTCQB: ATMTF), a critical raw materials producer with mining and exploration assets in Namibia, is pleased to announce that [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/andrada-mining-ltd-aimatm-sqm-earn-in-agreement-receives-nacc-approval/) |\n| [Roadside Real Estate (AIM:ROAD) Update on partial sale of CSS shareholding to CGV](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-aimroad-update-on-partial-sale-of-css-shareholding-to-cgv/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-aimroad-update-on-partial-sale-of-css-shareholding-to-cgv/) Update on partial sale of Cambridge Sleep Sciences shareholding to CGV Roadside (AIM: ROAD) is pleased to announce an update to its 1 October 2024 announcement relating to the partial [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/roadside-real-estate-aimroad-update-on-partial-sale-of-css-shareholding-to-cgv/) |\n| [Ondo InsurTech (LON:ONDO) Plans Continuous U.S. Expansion with New Partnerships](https://www.share-talk.com/ondo-insurtech-lonondo-plans-continuous-u-s-expansion-with-new-partnerships/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ondo-insurtech-lonondo-plans-continuous-u-s-expansion-with-new-partnerships/) Mark Fairbairn from StockBox Media spoke with Craig Foster, CEO of Ondo InsurTech Plc, about the company’s growing momentum in the U.S. Expanding U.S. Presence: Ondo secured new partnerships, with [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ondo-insurtech-lonondo-plans-continuous-u-s-expansion-with-new-partnerships/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Thursday 27th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-thursday-27th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-thursday-27th-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Agronomics, Celadon, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-thursday-27th-february-2025/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Thursday 27th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-thursday-27th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-thursday-27th-february-2025/) Gold price slips on profit taking as Indonesia opens new bullion banks MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Amaroq Minerals (AMRQ LN) – Review of 2024 exploration at [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-thursday-27th-february-2025/) |\n| [Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on the EU](https://www.share-talk.com/trump-threatens-to-impose-25-tariffs-on-the-eu/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/trump-threatens-to-impose-25-tariffs-on-the-eu/) Investors brace for a potential escalation in Trump’s trade wars. Markets were already on edge ahead of the March 4 deadline for US tariffs on Canada and Mexico and the [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/trump-threatens-to-impose-25-tariffs-on-the-eu/) |\n| [Ocado Group PLC (LON:OCDO) Reports Another Loss as Shares Slide over 16%](https://www.share-talk.com/ocado-group-plc-lonocdo-reports-another-loss-as-shares-slide-over-16/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ocado-group-plc-lonocdo-reports-another-loss-as-shares-slide-over-16/) Ocado Reports Another Loss as Shares Slide Grocery delivery firm Ocado is facing renewed investor concerns, with its shares tumbling 16% this morning after reporting yet another annual loss. The [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ocado-group-plc-lonocdo-reports-another-loss-as-shares-slide-over-16/) |\n| [Rolls-Royce shares have jumped by over 21% to 740.40p per share](https://www.share-talk.com/rolls-royce-shares-have-jumped-by-over-17-to-736p-per-share/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rolls-royce-shares-have-jumped-by-over-17-to-736p-per-share/) Rolls-Royce Resumes Dividend Payments After Strong 2024 Performance UK engineering giant Rolls-Royce has reinstated shareholder dividends for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic disrupted its operations. Following a strong [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rolls-royce-shares-have-jumped-by-over-17-to-736p-per-share/) |\n| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: OCDO, RR, ECO, HVO, AV, CGO, TLY, FAB, POLX, BZT, ATOM & GEMR](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ocdo-rr-eco-hvo-av-cgo-tly-fab-polx-bzt-atom-gemr/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ocdo-rr-eco-hvo-av-cgo-tly-fab-polx-bzt-atom-gemr/) Ocado Group (OCDO): announced Full year results for the 52 weeks ended 1 December 2024. The company said: Strong FY24 results in line with guidance; revenues, profits and cash flows all [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ocdo-rr-eco-hvo-av-cgo-tly-fab-polx-bzt-atom-gemr/) |\n| [Fusion Antibodies (AIM:FAB) Contract win](https://www.share-talk.com/fusion-antibodies-aimfab-contract-win/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/fusion-antibodies-aimfab-contract-win/) Fusion Antibodies plc (AIM: FAB), specialists in pre-clinical antibody discovery, engineering and supply for both therapeutic drug and diagnostic applications, announces that it has been selected to proceed with a new stable [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/fusion-antibodies-aimfab-contract-win/) |\n| [Tertiary Minerals (AIM:TYM) Brunton Pass Project – Drilling Results](https://www.share-talk.com/tertiary-minerals-aimtym-brunton-pass-project-drilling-results/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/tertiary-minerals-aimtym-brunton-pass-project-drilling-results/) Further to its announcement dated 16 December 2024, the Company is pleased to announce the results of drilling from the Phase 1 Drill Programme at its 100% owned Brunton Pass [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/tertiary-minerals-aimtym-brunton-pass-project-drilling-results/) |\n| [Amaroq Minerals Ltd. (AIM, TSXV, NASDAQ Iceland: AMRQ) presents Nalunaq 2024 Exploration Results](https://www.share-talk.com/amaroq-minerals-ltd-aim-tsxv-nasdaq-iceland-amrq-presents-nalunaq-2024-exploration-results/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/amaroq-minerals-ltd-aim-tsxv-nasdaq-iceland-amrq-presents-nalunaq-2024-exploration-results/) ** Highly Encouraging Underground Exploration Results and Continued Expansion of Key Mineralized Veins ** TORONTO, ONTARIO – February 27, 2025 – Amaroq Minerals Ltd. (AIM, TSXV, NASDAQ Iceland: AMRQ), an [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/amaroq-minerals-ltd-aim-tsxv-nasdaq-iceland-amrq-presents-nalunaq-2024-exploration-results/) |\n| [hVIVO PLC (AIM:HVO) Acquisition of Cryostore for up to £3.2m](https://www.share-talk.com/hvivo-plc-aimhvo-acquisition-of-cryostore-for-up-to-3-2m/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/hvivo-plc-aimhvo-acquisition-of-cryostore-for-up-to-3-2m/) Acquisition of Cryostore for up to £3.2 million Immediately earnings enhancing acquisition of bio-storage supplier hVIVO plc (AIM: HVO), a fast-growing early-stage Contract Research Organisation (“CRO”) and the world leader [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/hvivo-plc-aimhvo-acquisition-of-cryostore-for-up-to-3-2m/) |\n| [BP to invest $10 billion in oil and gas exploration as it shifts away from net-zero commitments](https://www.share-talk.com/bp-to-invest-10-billion-in-oil-and-gas-exploration-as-it-shifts-away-from-net-zero-commitments/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bp-to-invest-10-billion-in-oil-and-gas-exploration-as-it-shifts-away-from-net-zero-commitments/) BP PLC (LON: BP.) shares dropped as much as 2.2% as the company confirmed its “reset” strategy, which includes increasing oil and gas investment to $10 billion annually while cutting [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bp-to-invest-10-billion-in-oil-and-gas-exploration-as-it-shifts-away-from-net-zero-commitments/) |\n| [Invoice Approval Automation in 2025: Trends for Future-Proofing Your AP Process](https://www.share-talk.com/invoice-approval-automation-in-2025-trends-for-future-proofing-your-ap-process/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/invoice-approval-automation-in-2025-trends-for-future-proofing-your-ap-process/) Looking ahead to 2025, the landscape of Accounts Payable (AP) is poised for further transformation, with invoice approval automation at the forefront of this evolution. The trends we see emerging [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/invoice-approval-automation-in-2025-trends-for-future-proofing-your-ap-process/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Wednesday 26th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Aminex, Blackbird, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Wednesday 26th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) US copper futures rally as Trump calls for import tariffs and Chile sees power outage  MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Anglo Asian Mining* (AAZ LN) – FY25 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-wednesday-26th-february-2025/) |\n| [Sealand Capital Galaxy Ltd shares up 30% after Strategic Development Partner for SEA-VOO AI ASIA](https://www.share-talk.com/sealand-capital-galaxy-ltd-shares-up-30-after-strategic-development-partner-for-sea-voo-ai-asia/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sealand-capital-galaxy-ltd-shares-up-30-after-strategic-development-partner-for-sea-voo-ai-asia/) Sealand Capital Galaxy and EVOO AI PLC Select Vacuumlabs as Strategic Development Partner for SEA-VOO AI ASIA Sealand Capital Galaxy Limited [LSE: SCGL] and EVOO AI PLC are pleased to [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sealand-capital-galaxy-ltd-shares-up-30-after-strategic-development-partner-for-sea-voo-ai-asia/) |\n| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: CTL, OBI, GSCU, SVML, MTRO, HMSO, AML, SBDS, HE1 & LST](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ctl-obi-gscu-svml-mtro-hmso-aml-sbds-he1-lst/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ctl-obi-gscu-svml-mtro-hmso-aml-sbds-he1-lst/) CleanTech Lithium (CTL), an exploration and development company advancing sustainable lithium projects in Chile, announced that it now expects the ASX listing to launch in April and complete in May. CTL [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ctl-obi-gscu-svml-mtro-hmso-aml-sbds-he1-lst/) |\n| [Great Southrn.Copper (LON:GSCU) Cerro Negro assays return 20m @3.3% Cu & 270g/t Ag](https://www.share-talk.com/great-southrn-copper-longscu-cerro-negro-assays-return-20m-3-3-cu-270g-t-ag/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/great-southrn-copper-longscu-cerro-negro-assays-return-20m-3-3-cu-270g-t-ag/) First assays from Cerro Negro return 20m @ 3.3% Cu and 270g/t Ag from 27m depth Includes 7m @ 5.72% Cu and 490g/t Ag from 31m depth Great Southern Copper [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/great-southrn-copper-longscu-cerro-negro-assays-return-20m-3-3-cu-270g-t-ag/) |\n| [CleanTech Lithium (AIM:CTL) ASX Listing and CEO Designate](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-aimctl-asx-listing-and-ceo-designate/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-aimctl-asx-listing-and-ceo-designate/) CleanTech Lithium PLC (AIM: CTL), an exploration and development company advancing sustainable lithium projects in Chile, announces that it now expects the Australian Securities Exchange (“ASX”) listing to launch in April [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/cleantech-lithium-aimctl-asx-listing-and-ceo-designate/) |\n| [Helium One Global Ld (AIM:HE1) Jackson-31 Intermediate Section Drilled](https://www.share-talk.com/helium-one-global-ld-aimhe1-jackson-31-intermediate-section-drilled/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/helium-one-global-ld-aimhe1-jackson-31-intermediate-section-drilled/) Helium One Global (AIM: HE1), the primary helium explorer in Tanzania with a 50% working interest in the Galactica-Pegasus helium development project in Colorado, USA (“the Galactica Project”), provides an update following the Blue Star Helium [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/helium-one-global-ld-aimhe1-jackson-31-intermediate-section-drilled/) |\n| [Ondine Biomedical (LON:OBI) Seasoned MedTech Exec Appointed as CFO & COO](https://www.share-talk.com/ondine-biomedical-lonobi-seasoned-medtech-exec-appointed-as-cfo-coo/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/ondine-biomedical-lonobi-seasoned-medtech-exec-appointed-as-cfo-coo/)  Ondine Biomedical Strengthens Leadership Team with the Appointment of Michael Behlke as non-Board CFO & COO Ondine Biomedical Inc. (LON: OBI), a global leader in light-activated antimicrobial treatments, is pleased [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/ondine-biomedical-lonobi-seasoned-medtech-exec-appointed-as-cfo-coo/) |\n| [Malcy’s Blog – Oil price, Union Jack Oil, Afentra, Jadestone, Prospex Energy & Sintana Energy](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-union-jack-oil-afentra-jadestone-prospex-energy-sintana-energy/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-union-jack-oil-afentra-jadestone-prospex-energy-sintana-energy/) WTI (Apr) $70.70 +30c, Brent (Apr) $74.78 +35c, Diff -$4.08 +5c. USNG (Mar) $3.99  -24c, UKNG (Mar) 112.25p +1.71p, TTF (Mar) €46.94 +€0.31. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil is down [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-union-jack-oil-afentra-jadestone-prospex-energy-sintana-energy/) |\n| [Bybit Calls on Cybersecurity Experts After $1.5 Billion Crypto Heist](https://www.share-talk.com/bybit-calls-on-cybersecurity-experts-after-1-5-billion-crypto-heist/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bybit-calls-on-cybersecurity-experts-after-1-5-billion-crypto-heist/) Bybit, the Dubai-based cryptocurrency exchange, has enlisted top cybersecurity experts to help recover $1.5 billion (£1.2 billion) stolen in what is believed to be the largest single digital theft in [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bybit-calls-on-cybersecurity-experts-after-1-5-billion-crypto-heist/) |\n| [First Class Metals Plc (LON:FCM) Publication of Prospectus and Issue of Equity](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lonfcm-publication-of-prospectus-and-issue-of-equity/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lonfcm-publication-of-prospectus-and-issue-of-equity/) First Class Metals Plc (LSE: FCM), the Canada-focused precious and base metal explorer, with extensive land holdings in northern Ontario, is pleased to announce that, further to the announcement on 18 December [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/first-class-metals-plc-lonfcm-publication-of-prospectus-and-issue-of-equity/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Tuesday 25th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Angle, Arkle, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) |\n| [Tesla Sales Plunge Nearly 50% in Europe Amid Criticism of Musk’s Trump Connections](https://www.share-talk.com/tesla-sales-plunge-nearly-50-in-europe-amid-criticism-of-musks-trump-connections/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/tesla-sales-plunge-nearly-50-in-europe-amid-criticism-of-musks-trump-connections/) Sales of new Tesla vehicles in Europe dropped sharply last month, nearly halving as demand for the U.S. automaker’s cars appeared to wane. The decline comes as CEO Elon Musk [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/tesla-sales-plunge-nearly-50-in-europe-amid-criticism-of-musks-trump-connections/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Tuesday 25th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) Rare Earth prices climb as Trump looks to secure critical metals MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Ajax Resources PLC (AJAX LN) – Acquisition of Puna Metals, Argentina from Bezant [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-tuesday-25th-february-2025/) |\n| [Rome Resources (AIM:RMR) Reports Further High-Grade Tin Intersections at Kalayi](https://www.share-talk.com/rome-resources-aimrmr-reports-further-high-grade-tin-intersections-at-kalayi/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rome-resources-aimrmr-reports-further-high-grade-tin-intersections-at-kalayi/) Rome Resources Plc (AIM: RMR) saw its shares rise in early Tuesday trading following the latest results from the Kalayi tin prospect in the Democratic Republic of Congo, which confirmed [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rome-resources-aimrmr-reports-further-high-grade-tin-intersections-at-kalayi/) |\n| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: AJAX, BZT, RMR, GEX, GROC, PXEN, BTC & COBR](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ajax-bzt-rmr-gex-groc-pxen-btc-cobr/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ajax-bzt-rmr-gex-groc-pxen-btc-cobr/) Ajax (AJAX), the UK listed special purpose acquisition company with a focus on natural resources announced that the Company has agreed Heads of Terms to acquire Puna Metals S.A., which holds [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-ajax-bzt-rmr-gex-groc-pxen-btc-cobr/) |\n| [Prospex Energy PLC (AIM:PXEN) Operational Update](https://www.share-talk.com/prospex-energy-plc-aimpxen-operational-update/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/prospex-energy-plc-aimpxen-operational-update/) Operational Update 230% Increase in Net Production Rates since January 2024 Prospex Energy plc (AIM: PXEN), the AIM quoted investment company focused on European gas and power projects, is pleased [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/prospex-energy-plc-aimpxen-operational-update/) |\n| [Georgina Energy PLC LON:GEX) Publication of Scoping Study to Hussar & Mt Winter](https://www.share-talk.com/georgina-energy-plc-longex-publication-of-scoping-study-to-hussar-mt-winter/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/georgina-energy-plc-longex-publication-of-scoping-study-to-hussar-mt-winter/) Georgina Energy plc, GEX.L, a helium, hydrogen and natural resources development company in Australia, is pleased to publish the scoping study of Hussar, completed by Duncan Seddon & Associates Pty [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/georgina-energy-plc-longex-publication-of-scoping-study-to-hussar-mt-winter/) |\n| [Vinanz Limited (OTCQB: VINZF/AQSE: BTC) 100 Bitcoin Miners Added in Indiana](https://www.share-talk.com/vinanz-limited-otcqb-vinzf-aqse-btc-100-bitcoin-miners-added-in-indiana/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/vinanz-limited-otcqb-vinzf-aqse-btc-100-bitcoin-miners-added-in-indiana/) Vinanz Limited, the London Stock Exchange listed Bitcoin mining company with Bitcoin miners operating in the USA (Indiana, Nebraska, Iowa and Texas) and Canadian (Labrador), announces that it has today fast tracked its expansion plans (as announced [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/vinanz-limited-otcqb-vinzf-aqse-btc-100-bitcoin-miners-added-in-indiana/) |\n| [Union Jack Oil PLC (AIM:UJO) Moccasin 1-13 Well, Pottawatomie County, Oklahoma, USA Update](https://www.share-talk.com/union-jack-oil-plc-aimujo-moccasin-1-13-well-pottawatomie-county-oklahoma-usa-update/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/union-jack-oil-plc-aimujo-moccasin-1-13-well-pottawatomie-county-oklahoma-usa-update/) Union Jack Oil plc (AIM: UJO, OTCQB: UJOGF) a USA and UK focused onshore hydrocarbon production, development, exploration and investment company is pleased to announce, further to the RNS dated 29 January 2025, a [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/union-jack-oil-plc-aimujo-moccasin-1-13-well-pottawatomie-county-oklahoma-usa-update/) |\n| [Malcy’s Blog – Oil price, Petrofac, Nostra Terra, Star Energy Group, Borders & Southern, Corcel & Finally](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-petrofac-nostra-terra-star-energy-group-borders-southern-corcel-finally/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-petrofac-nostra-terra-star-energy-group-borders-southern-corcel-finally/) WTI (Apr) $70.40 -$2.17, Brent (Apr) $74.43 -$2.05, Diff -$4.03 +3c. USNG (Mar) $4.23 +8c, UKNG (Mar) 110.52p -3.34p, €46.63 -€1.095. Author @mgrahamwood Oil price Oil fell sharply on Friday [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/malcys-blog-oil-price-petrofac-nostra-terra-star-energy-group-borders-southern-corcel-finally/) |\n| [Bluebird Mining Ventures CEO Aidan Bishop Talks Gold Surge & Batangas Project](https://www.share-talk.com/bluebird-mining-ventures-ceo-aidan-bishop-talks-gold-surge-batangas-project/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bluebird-mining-ventures-ceo-aidan-bishop-talks-gold-surge-batangas-project/) Mark Fairbairn from StockBox Media spoke with Aidan Bishop, Interim CEO of Bluebird Mining Ventures (LON: BMV). Due to family reasons, Colin Patterson is immediately stepping down from the Board. [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bluebird-mining-ventures-ceo-aidan-bishop-talks-gold-surge-batangas-project/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Monday 24th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-24th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-24th-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Pound/Dollar, Borders, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-monday-24th-february-2025/) |\n| [B&M issues profit warning as CEO departs ahead of Reeves’ tax crackdown.](https://www.share-talk.com/bm-issues-profit-warning-as-ceo-departs-ahead-of-reeves-tax-crackdown/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/bm-issues-profit-warning-as-ceo-departs-ahead-of-reeves-tax-crackdown/) Shares tumble as the discounter prepares for a £45m earnings hit. B&M has issued a profit warning and announced the departure of its chief executive as Rachel Reeves’ impending tax [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/bm-issues-profit-warning-as-ceo-departs-ahead-of-reeves-tax-crackdown/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Monday 24th February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-monday-24th-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-monday-24th-february-2025/) Gold holds higher ground as dollar continues to weaken MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Ceibo Tech (Private) – appoints Cleve Lighfoot , former head of innovation at [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-monday-24th-february-2025/) |\n| [Unicorn Mineral Resources Plc (LON:UMR) Update on Potential Acquisition of Namibian Copper Assets](https://www.share-talk.com/unicorn-mineral-resources-plc-lonumr-update-on-potential-acquisition-of-namibian-copper-assets/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/unicorn-mineral-resources-plc-lonumr-update-on-potential-acquisition-of-namibian-copper-assets/) Unicorn Mineral Resources Plc, (LSE: UMR), a mineral exploration and development company exploring for Zinc, Lead, Copper and Silver, is pleased to provide an update on the potential copper exploration and development [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/unicorn-mineral-resources-plc-lonumr-update-on-potential-acquisition-of-namibian-copper-assets/) |\n| [Hemogenyx Pharma Plc (LON:HEMO) First-in-Human leukaemia treatment with HG-CT-1](https://www.share-talk.com/hemogenyx-pharma-plc-lonhemo-first-in-human-leukaemia-treatment-with-hg-ct-1/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/hemogenyx-pharma-plc-lonhemo-first-in-human-leukaemia-treatment-with-hg-ct-1/) First-in-Human Treatment with HG-CT-1 for Relapsed or Refractory Acute Myeloid Leukemia Hemogenyx Pharmaceuticals plc (LSE: HEMO) is pleased to announce the administration of its first-in-human dose of HG-CT-1, its proprietary [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/hemogenyx-pharma-plc-lonhemo-first-in-human-leukaemia-treatment-with-hg-ct-1/) |\n| [RNS Hotlist with Zak Mir: EPP, CLA, SCGL, LIFS, HEMO, TM1, GSK & BOR](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-epp-cla-scgl-lifs-hemo-tm1-gsk-bor/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-epp-cla-scgl-lifs-hemo-tm1-gsk-bor/) (Alliance News) – Keir Starmer is expected to join world leaders in a call hosted by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to mark the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion as the UK [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/rns-hotlist-with-zak-mir-epp-cla-scgl-lifs-hemo-tm1-gsk-bor/) |\n| [Nostra Terra O&G Co (AIM:NTOG) Production and Operations Update](https://www.share-talk.com/nostra-terra-og-co-aimntog-production-and-operations-update/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/nostra-terra-og-co-aimntog-production-and-operations-update/) Nostra Terra (AIM: NTOG), an international oil and gas exploration and production company focused on its Pine Mills producing asset in Texas, USA, is pleased to provide the following update. [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/nostra-terra-og-co-aimntog-production-and-operations-update/) |\n| [ValiRx PLC (AIM:VAL) Conclusion of Evaluation Project](https://www.share-talk.com/valirx-plc-aimval-conclusion-of-evaluation-project/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/valirx-plc-aimval-conclusion-of-evaluation-project/) London, UK – ValiRx Plc (AIM: VAL), a life science company focusing on early-stage cancer therapeutics and women’s health, provides the following update at the conclusion of the Evaluation project from [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/valirx-plc-aimval-conclusion-of-evaluation-project/) |\n| [EnergyPathways PLC (AIM:EPP) MESH set to accelerate UK’s energy transition](https://www.share-talk.com/energypathways-plc-aimepp-mesh-set-to-accelerate-uks-energy-transition/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/energypathways-plc-aimepp-mesh-set-to-accelerate-uks-energy-transition/) EnergyPathways (AIM: EPP), an energy transition company, is pleased to announce the progress on its MESH energy storage project. The mission of the UK government is to deliver on its “Clean Power [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/energypathways-plc-aimepp-mesh-set-to-accelerate-uks-energy-transition/) |\n| [Borders & Southern (AIM:BOR) Result of Retail Offer Shares at a price of 4.75 pence each.](https://www.share-talk.com/borders-southern-aimbor-result-of-retail-offer-shares-at-a-price-of-4-75-pence-each/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/borders-southern-aimbor-result-of-retail-offer-shares-at-a-price-of-4-75-pence-each/) Capitalised terms used but not otherwise defined in this announcement shall have the meanings ascribed to such terms in Appendix II of the Placing, Subscription and Retail Offer Announcement issued [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/borders-southern-aimbor-result-of-retail-offer-shares-at-a-price-of-4-75-pence-each/) |\n| [Volodymyr Zelensky offers to resign as president in a bid to secure peace.](https://www.share-talk.com/volodymyr-zelensky-offers-to-resign-as-president-in-a-bid-to-secure-peace/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/volodymyr-zelensky-offers-to-resign-as-president-in-a-bid-to-secure-peace/) Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that he is prepared to “immediately” resign as president of Ukraine if it leads to peace or the country’s admission into NATO. During a press conference [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/volodymyr-zelensky-offers-to-resign-as-president-in-a-bid-to-secure-peace/) |\n| [UK lenders provided upfront “advance commissions” cash payments to car dealers](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-lenders-provided-upfront-advance-commissions-cash-payments-to-car-dealers/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-lenders-provided-upfront-advance-commissions-cash-payments-to-car-dealers/) UK lenders paid “advance commissions” to car dealers. According to legal filings related to the motor finance scandal, this practice may have incentivised them to push more expensive loans onto [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-lenders-provided-upfront-advance-commissions-cash-payments-to-car-dealers/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, weekend Edition, Sunday 23rd February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-weekend-edition-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-weekend-edition-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts include the FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Cirata, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-weekend-edition-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) |\n| [Next week marks the 30th anniversary of the collapse of Barings Bank “rogue trader” Nick Leeson.](https://www.share-talk.com/next-week-marks-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-collapse-of-barings-bank-rogue-trader-nick-leeson/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/next-week-marks-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-collapse-of-barings-bank-rogue-trader-nick-leeson/) Next week marks the 30th anniversary of the collapse of Barings Bank, the historic City institution brought down by so-called “rogue trader” Nick Leeson. Leeson concealed mounting losses in a [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/next-week-marks-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-collapse-of-barings-bank-rogue-trader-nick-leeson/) |\n| [Share Talk Weekly Stock Market News Review, Sunday 23rd February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) In London, on Friday the FTSE 100 dipped 0.1% to 8,651.18, as economic data revealed a mix of rising retail sales but weakening public finances. Meanwhile, the midcap FTSE 250 [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-stock-market-news-review-sunday-23rd-february-2025/) |\n| [Trader’s Café With Zak Mir: The Week In Small Caps, Sunday 23rd February 2024](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-23rd-february-2024/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-23rd-february-2024/) UK DOGE(Alliance News) – Ministers are considering scrapping the UK’s Payment Systems Regulator and folding it into the Financial Conduct Authority, Sky News reported on Saturday. Author @ZaksTradersCafe If confirmed, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-the-week-in-small-caps-sunday-23rd-february-2024/) |\n| [Premiere LIVE with Fulcrum Metals (LON:FMET) Turning Waste into Gold](https://www.share-talk.com/premiere-live-with-fulcrum-metals-lonfmet-turning-waste-into-gold/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/premiere-live-with-fulcrum-metals-lonfmet-turning-waste-into-gold/) In mining and resource extraction, innovation plays a crucial role in how companies operate and capitalize on opportunities. Fulcrum Metals, led by CEO Ryan, is making waves by focusing on [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/premiere-live-with-fulcrum-metals-lonfmet-turning-waste-into-gold/) |\n| [Helix Exploration PLC (AIM:HEX) From IPO to Cash Flow in Under 18 Months](https://www.share-talk.com/helix-exploration-plc-aimhex-from-ipo-to-cash-flow-in-under-18-months/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/helix-exploration-plc-aimhex-from-ipo-to-cash-flow-in-under-18-months/) It is uncommon for a natural resources company to transition from exploration to production to cash generation within 18 months of going public. Yet, Helix Exploration PLC appears to be [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/helix-exploration-plc-aimhex-from-ipo-to-cash-flow-in-under-18-months/) |\n| [Russia and the U.S. agree to hold a second summit on Ukraine.](https://www.share-talk.com/russia-and-the-u-s-agree-to-hold-a-second-summit-on-ukraine/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/russia-and-the-u-s-agree-to-hold-a-second-summit-on-ukraine/) Russian and U.S. officials are set to meet for a second round of talks aimed at finding a resolution to the war in Ukraine. Following their first meeting in over [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/russia-and-the-u-s-agree-to-hold-a-second-summit-on-ukraine/) |\n| [According to the FT, CK Infrastructure has made a $9 billion bid for Thames Water.](https://www.share-talk.com/according-to-the-ft-ck-infrastructure-has-made-a-9-billion-bid-for-thames-water/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/according-to-the-ft-ck-infrastructure-has-made-a-9-billion-bid-for-thames-water/) Thames Water has received a preliminary £7 billion ($8.86 billion) bid from Hong Kong’s CK Infrastructure for a majority stake, according to a report by the Financial Times on Friday, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/according-to-the-ft-ck-infrastructure-has-made-a-9-billion-bid-for-thames-water/) |\n| [Share Talk Weekly Small Cap Movers & Shakers, Saturday 22nd February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-22nd-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-22nd-february-2025/) In London, the FTSE 100 dipped 0.1% to 8,651.18, as economic data revealed a mix of rising retail sales but weakening public finances. Meanwhile, the midcap FTSE 250 climbed 0.4% [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/share-talk-weekly-small-cap-movers-shakers-saturday-22nd-february-2025/) |\n| [Reeves’ Budget had a ‘chilling effect on confidence, hiring, and investment.’](https://www.share-talk.com/reeves-budget-had-a-chilling-effect-on-confidence-hiring-and-investment/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/reeves-budget-had-a-chilling-effect-on-confidence-hiring-and-investment/) According to a leading economist, Rachel Reeves’s tax-hiking Budget has had “a chilling impact on confidence, hiring, and investment. ” Julian Jessop, an economics fellow at the Institute of Economic [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/reeves-budget-had-a-chilling-effect-on-confidence-hiring-and-investment/) |\n| [UK Regulator Fines Four Major Banks Over £100M for Sharing Sensitive Bond Market Information](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-regulator-fines-four-major-banks-over-100m-for-sharing-sensitive-bond-market-information/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-regulator-fines-four-major-banks-over-100m-for-sharing-sensitive-bond-market-information/) The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has fined four major banks—HSBC, Citi, Morgan Stanley, and Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)—a total of £100.5 million after finding that traders used [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/uk-regulator-fines-four-major-banks-over-100m-for-sharing-sensitive-bond-market-information/) |\n| [Traders Cafe with Zak Mir: Bulletin Board Heroes, Friday 21st February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-21st-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-21st-february-2025/) Zak Mir takes a charting look at some of the most followed small caps on the London stock market. Today’s charts are FTSE 100, Dax, Dow, Bitcoin, Gold, Arkle Resources, [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/traders-cafe-with-zak-mir-bulletin-board-heroes-friday-21st-february-2025/) |\n| [SP Angel Morning View -Today’s Market View, Friday 21st February 2025](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-21st-february-2025/) [Article published at Share Talk – click here to read more](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-21st-february-2025/) Gold bounces off record highs as Bessent dismisses Treasury revaluation MiFID II exempt information – see disclaimer below Allied Gold (AAUC CN) – Guidance and resources/reserves update Anglo American (AAL [Read More…](https://www.share-talk.com/sp-angel-morning-view-todays-market-view-friday-21st-february-2025/) |"}